Leeslyvania State Park offers over 500 acres of camping, fishing, boating and historical sites. Believed to have once been the location of an Algonquian village, General Robert E. Lee’s grandfather, Henry Lee II settled there in 1747. Later it was the home site of Henry Fairfax as well as his son, John Fairfax. During the Civil War, the Freestone Point Confederate Battery was positioned there and took part in a small battle with several U.S. Navy ships on September 25 1861. Neither side suffered casualties. Today, the only traces of the Lee house are a corner stone and the chimney. Both Henry Lee II and Henry Fairfax’s graves are on the property as well. Visitors to the park can find various hiking trails, group camping, areas for fishing and boating, sheltered picnic areas and a visitor center.

2001 Daniel K Ludwig Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22191, Phone: 703-730-8205

Relax surrounded by nature at the Leeslyvania State Park Enjoy birdwatching at Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge Watch a game of baseball at Pfitzner Stadium Stroll through the gardens at the Rippon Lodge, one of the oldest houses in the area Try Indian cuisine at Taste Of Tandoor Savor Potbelly Sandwich Shop favorites

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